Okay, where did August go? Well at least we have this long weekend ahead of us to enjoy lots of great wines.

August did finish with a bang... the Toronto Star called our mobile wine app for iPhone, iPod Touch, Android and BlackBerry "the only wine app you'll ever need," it's been featured on the app storefronts as a staff favourite and the customer feedback has been amazing.

After two years of market learning, customer suggestions, upgrades and 130,000 downloads, the app is Canada's most popular wine enabler in liquor stores, restaurants and on the go :)

My picks of best wines and bargains feature some fascinating and delicious wine blends from around the world, affordable Italian red and white wines and a special release of Ontario wines. Lots to choose from for your Labour Day weekend.

Just for fun I've included tips below on how to spot a wine snob... got a species of wine snob I missed?

Here are my top wine picks for September 3. There are also some refreshing Sauvignon Blancs and silky smooth Pinot Noirs. Here are my reviews .... More »

Pat Anderson's recipe for smoked trout appetizers goes perfectly with a zesty riesling. What a terrific snack for the Labour Day weekend. Here's the recipe... More »

Let's have some fun spotting various species of wine snobs including Borus Nonshutuputus, Borus Technotalkatus, Collectorosa Completeca and Healthus Maniacutus. Be prepared before your next wine tasting... More »